Refreshing Creamy Crab Salad Recipe

Today’s Special: Creamy Crab Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette

As we move into the warmer months, I find myself craving light and refreshing dishes that are still satisfying and flavorful. Today, I’m excited to share my recipe for Creamy Crab Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette. This dish is perfect for a leisurely lunch or a casual dinner on the patio with friends.

Ingredients:

• fresh lump crab meat (200g)
• avocado (1, diced)
• mango (1, diced)
• red onion (1/4, thinly sliced)
• mixed greens (100g)
• orange (1, segmented)
• lime (1, zested and juiced)
• lemon (1, zested and juiced)
• honey (1 tbsp)
• extra-virgin olive oil (2 tbsp)
• salt and pepper to taste

Kitchen Tools:

• mixing bowl
• whisk
• chef’s knife
• cutting board
• citrus zester

To start, in a mixing bowl, combine the lump crab meat, diced avocado, diced mango, thinly sliced red onion, and mixed greens. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the orange segments, lime zest and juice, lemon zest and juice, honey, extra-virgin olive oil, salt, and pepper to create the citrus vinaigrette.

Pour the citrus vinaigrette over the crab salad and gently toss to coat everything evenly. The bright citrus flavors will complement the sweetness of the crab and mango, creating a perfectly balanced dish.

Serve the Creamy Crab Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette in a large bowl or individual plates. The vibrant colors and refreshing taste will surely impress your guests. This salad is best enjoyed immediately to maintain the textures and flavors.

This recipe yields approximately 4 servings with each serving weighing around 250g. One serving of this Creamy Crab Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette is approximately 300 calories.

A clever tip for this dish is to refrigerate the crab meat before serving. Chilling the crab meat enhances its flavor and texture, making the salad even more delightful.

I hope you give this Creamy Crab Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette a try and make it your own by adding your favorite fruits or experimenting with different vinaigrettes. Enjoy!